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RE: Tips for keeping sane after getting a dry socket

That’s exactly how I felt—just totally wiped out. Did you have any trouble sleeping? I couldn’t get comfortable at all, and every little thing seemed ...

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RE: Did you know babies can get cavities before their first birthday?

I really relate to the anxiety around this. My grandkids are night and day with their teeth—one had a cavity before age two, and the other is almost t...

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RE: Root canal wasn’t as scary as I thought—pain gone!

I always worry about stuff like that, honestly. My dentist warned me not to chew on that side either and I was so anxious about messing something up. ...

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RE: Trouble after wisdom teeth removal vs regular tooth extraction—what’s worse?

I always wonder if it’s just me, but wisdom teeth really did a number on me too. My jaw was sore for days and I kept worrying about dry socket—does an...

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RE: Surprising Stories About Flossing Habits That Actually Changed Smiles

I switched to those soft picks after my hygienist mentioned them, but I still get nervous about bleeding. How long did it take before your gums stoppe...

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RE: New pain relief options after root tip surgery—anyone else see this?

Those patches didn’t do much for me either—just felt weird and kind of messy. I’ve always wondered if the saltwater rinse is really necessary, since i...

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RE: Would you wait or go straight for an implant after losing a tooth?

That part really hits home for me. I always feel like I’m waiting for someone to just be straight with me about timelines and what’s actually necessar...

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RE: Surprised by how fast pro whitening worked for me

That whole “white diet” thing stressed me out too. My dentist gave me a list, but it was so vague—like, is pasta okay if it’s not drowned in sauce? I ...

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RE: Weird but true: cold water can actually make braces pain worse

That’s interesting—I always assumed cold would help too, but for me, biting into anything crunchy (even at room temp) was the absolute worst. I wonder...

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RE: Toothbrush showdown: electric vs manual for older folks

Manual brushing actually feels easier for me too, even with my stiff fingers. Electric ones just seem bulky, and I’m always worried I’ll drop it or me...

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RE: Bouncing back after a makeover disaster

That really hits home for me. After my last set of crowns, I got so paranoid about anything acidic touching my teeth, I pretty much stopped drinking o...

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RE: Tricks to get kids excited about brushing teeth

Wish I'd known about bubblegum toothpaste back then too... might've saved me some headaches with my own kids. But honestly, does tasting exactly like ...

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RE: Braces on a budget: monthly payments or upfront savings?

Did your dentist mention how much of a discount you'd get upfront? Mine offered something similar, but honestly, I was too nervous about paying all at...

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RE: Quick fix for brighter teeth—baking soda vs activated charcoal?

Did you notice any extra sensitivity after using the strips, or was spacing them out enough? I've been tempted to try them but worry they'll make my t...

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RE: How Long Does Your Mouthguard Usually Last?

I've been debating the custom route myself, but honestly, the thought of spending that much and then hating it makes me anxious. Has anyone else had t...

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